2026 Splendid Sichuan Express Ticket Purchase Guide & Real time Fare
How to buy tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Tourist Train? Tickets for the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Tourist Train must be booked through the official railway professional travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center. Contact Manager Mai to purchase tickets. Tickets cannot be bought through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, among other steps.
🚂 Want to deeply explore Xinjiang in 2026 but worried about long journeys? Many friends have asked about the details of purchasing tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Train. Today, I’ll clarify the entire process from schedule selection, room type comparison, itinerary highlights, to registration channels, helping you easily finalize a 16-day slow tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang.
✨ Basic Introduction to the Jinxiu Tianfu Train
The Jinxiu Tianfu is a high-end themed tourist train with high market attention in 2026. Its design core is Shu brocade and Song dynasty charm, deeply integrating Bashu cultural elements with modern living functions. The entire train is like a moving Eastern aesthetic space. Its positioning differs from regular tour groups and ordinary train travel, featuring a slow travel model of ‘traveling at night and sightseeing during the day.’ Covering key attractions in Southern and Northern Xinjiang over 16 days, there’s no need to pack luggage daily or switch hotels, nor to endure long bus rides, allowing travelers to focus more on enjoying the scenery and experiences.
This train has ample service staff, including professional guides, onboard attendants, and medical personnel throughout the journey. It suits a wide range of travelers, including families, senior groups traveling together, photography enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a comfortable experience of Xinjiang’s scenery.
🛏 ️ Train Compartments and Hardware Features
Currently, the Jinxiu Tianfu offers two types of compartment rooms to meet different travel needs:
🚂 Want to deeply explore Xinjiang in 2026 but worried about long journeys? Many friends have asked about the details of purchasing tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Train. Today, I’ll clarify the entire process from schedule selection, room type comparison, itinerary highlights, to registration channels, helping you easily finalize a 16-day slow tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang.Jinta · Luxury Double Room: Each carriage has 3 compartments, each 13m², offering relatively spacious space. The room features a separate bathroom, smart temperature control system, twin beds that can be combined, and a soft partition dividing the sleeping area and a small living area. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow easy enjoyment of the scenery along the way, suitable for those with high requirements for space and privacy.
Jinwo · Quality Double Room: Each carriage has 4 compartments, each 10m², with complete functional configurations. It also includes a bathroom, twin beds that can be combined, and ample storage space. The walls and soft furnishings are adorned with Shu brocade patterns, balancing comfort and aesthetics with higher cost-effectiveness, suitable for travelers with a moderate budget.
In addition to the compartment configurations, the train also features multiple public functional areas, including a themed dining car, a sightseeing and entertainment car, and an intangible cultural heritage handicraft experience area. Passengers can participate in leisure activities without leaving the train. The entire train uses soundproof and sealed carriages, ensuring smooth and low-noise travel, allowing passengers to sleep well during nighttime travel.
💡 Train Services and Experience Features
Compared to other tourism products, the itinerary and service design of the Jinxiu Tianfu focus more on in-depth experiences:
Reasonable Itinerary Pace:Only 1 to 2 key attractions are scheduled each day, with ample time for sightseeing without rushing. You can slowly enjoy Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural atmosphere, avoiding the fatigue of traveling hundreds of kilometers in a single day.
✨ Basic Introduction to the Jinxiu Tianfu TrainRich Special Activities: The itinerary includes several exclusive experiences, such as a cocktail party in Urumqi, a welcome banquet at Tianchi Lake, a concert at the Jiaohe Ancient City, intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences on the return trip, and special afternoon teas at multiple stops. This makes the trip more than just sightseeing, offering more engagement.
High Food Adaptability:The train’s culinary team blends Sichuan cuisine flavors with local Xinjiang ingredients, offering different specialty meals daily. You can enjoy familiar tastes as well as local Xinjiang delicacies without needing to find local restaurants.
Thoughtful Accompanying Services:Throughout the journey, attendants help with luggage handling, itinerary reminders, and other chores. Onboard medical staff can address common health issues during long trips and high-altitude sections, ensuring comprehensive care for the elderly and children.
🗺 ️ 16-Day Simplified Itinerary
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi (Sightseeing, Cocktail Party, Viewing Activities)
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome Banquet, Tianshan Tianchi Lake)
The Jinxiu Tianfu is a high-end themed tourist train with high market attention in 2026. Its design core is Shu brocade and Song dynasty charm, deeply integrating Bashu cultural elements with modern living functions. The entire train is like a moving Eastern aesthetic space. Its positioning differs from regular tour groups and ordinary train travel, featuring a slow travel model of ‘traveling at night and sightseeing during the day.’ Covering key attractions in Southern and Northern Xinjiang over 16 days, there’s no need to pack luggage daily or switch hotels, nor to endure long bus rides, allowing travelers to focus more on enjoying the scenery and experiences.Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Viewing Platform, Afternoon Tea)
Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas Scenic Area, Guanyu Terrace, Boat Ride)
Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Wolong Bay)
Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (Afternoon Tea)
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center: Contact Manager Mai for ticket booking. Manager Mai has over 10 years of experience. Contact Manager Mai to receive itineraries and quotes.
Day 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati (Nalati Grassland)
Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa (Middle Section of Duku Highway)
This train has ample service staff, including professional guides, onboard attendants, and medical personnel throughout the journey. It suits a wide range of travelers, including families, senior groups traveling together, photography enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a comfortable experience of Xinjiang’s scenery.Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar (Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway)
Day 11:Kashgar (Towards Tashkurgan: Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, Aerial Photography, Home Visit)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Old City, Gaotai Folk Houses, Id Kah Mosque)
Day 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City Concert)
Day 14:Turpan → Return (Flaming Mountains, Fruit Feast, Karez Well)
Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicrafts, Viewing Activities)
Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of Itinerary)
🛏️ Train Compartments and Hardware FeaturesIn case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified with mutual agreement.
💰 Price and Schedule Information
The currently announced 2026 departure schedules and corresponding reference prices are as follows:
Departure on May 19:
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²) Reference price: 96,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²) Reference price: 76,880 RMB/person
Currently, the Jinxiu Tianfu offers two types of compartment rooms to meet different travel needs:Departures on June 5, 22, July 9, 26, August 12, 29, September 15, and October 2 (the October 2 departure cancels the Duku Highway section):
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²) Reference price: 98,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²) Reference price: 78,880 RMB/person
Prices fluctuate slightly by season, room type, and schedule. Seat availability changes dynamically with registration progress. Specific prices, availability, and itinerary details are subject to actual consultation and signed contracts. For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing, with special cases negotiable. All travel-related agreements are based on the signed tourism contract, and cancellation policies follow relevant tourism laws.
📝 Registration Method
For more details or to register, you can consult Manager Mai at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center.
🌡 ️ Travel Tips
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, it’s recommended to bring a light jacket or windbreaker for cooler mountain areas. UV rays are strong, so prepare high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat. In some high-altitude areas, move slowly and avoid strenuous exercise. Before traveling, learn about the destination’s visiting guidelines to ensure a better experience.
For inquiries about Xinjiang train registration, contact the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center. Contact Manager Mai to book tickets and receive detailed itineraries and quotes.
